Description
This motorcycle is Lot 357 - To be auctioned by Bonhams at The Spring Stafford Sale (The International Classic MotorCycle Show) on 26th & 27th April, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 101 - 147 are to be sold from 14:00 on Saturday 26th April 2025.
Lots 201 - 410 are to be sold from 11:00 on Sunday 27th April 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 26th & 27th April 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The International Classic MotorCycle Show).
Lot 357
1976 Triumph 741cc Trident 'Slippery Sam Replica'
Registration no. MJT 149P
Frame no. T160 KK06133
Engine no. T160 KK06133
The name 'Slippery Sam' was acquired during the 1970 Bol d'Or when a serious oil leak covered the Trident shared by works riders Percy Tait and Steve Jolly, who nevertheless managed to finish 5th behind winners Paul Smart and Tom Dickie on another works Trident. After the dissolution of BSA-Triumph, race shop foreman Les Williams continued to develop the Triples, producing the acclaimed, limited edition Legend and constructing a number of replicas of the multiple TT-winning Slippery Sam. Williams having led the way, Sam has remained a popular subject among replica-builders ever since.
This 'Slippery Sam' replica comes with a plaque inscribed 'Made in England by Les Williams for Bryan Talimer' and a Certificate of Authenticity from L P Williams quoting the frame and engine numbers listed above. It is one of 29 built by Les to customer requirements, and has the optional twin front disc brake with lightweight alloy AP Lockheed race caliper. Accompanying documentation includes an old-style V5 registration document listing Dale Warren of Northampton as owner from August 2001 and the aforementioned Bryan Talimer as owner from August 1994. The history file also contains a quantity of invoices, a quantity of old MoTs, and a current V5C. Acquired for the collection in 2017, the machine is presented in restored condition and currently displays a total of 14, 887 miles on the odometer.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
